Antique rifle with original leather holster serial# 789769 wood handle has 4 notches carved indicating that the firearm has seen action and has kills.
I don't have the background on the rifle but it was owned by a viet nam vet who said it was used in WW1. He has since passed away so I can not get any further info. He did fire the weapon and it still works as of 3 years ago before he died. I have had many gun enthusiasts interested in the piece and would like to have an appraiser take a look first. The leather holster is original and in good condition
Dear Lisa,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
The presented object appears to be a Winchester 1894 .30-30 saddle ring carabine rifle. It comes with a leather holster and has serial number 789769.
This piece is in good condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 1.500 to 3.000 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Georg